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Meaning
The quote says that human beings are made to love, and that this same capacity brings both our highest joy and our deepest pain. It presents love as something that defines us, but also leaves us vulnerable. The line frames human nature as a balance of beauty and suffering.
When It Was Said
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Who It Was Said To
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Historical Context
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Source
A Game of Thrones 4-Book Bundle: A Song of Ice and Fire Series: A Game of Thrones, A Clash of Kings, A Storm of Swords, and A Feast for Crows (2011)
Original Language & Translation
Originally said in English.
Did They Really Say It?
The phrase appears in the book "A Game of Thrones 4-Book Bundle: A Song of Ice and Fire Series: A Game of Thrones, A Clash of Kings, A Storm of Swords, and A Feast for Crows (2011)" by George R.R. Martin (Google Books snippet); no earlier source was checked.
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About George R.R. Martin
American author, screenwriter and television producer
George R. R. Martin is an American author, screenwriter, and television producer, best known for the epic fantasy series A Song of Ice and Fire. His novels inspired HBO’s Game of Thrones and its prequel House of the Dragon. He also wrote Tales of Dunk and Egg, helped create the Wild Cards anthology series, and contributed worldbuilding to the video game Elden Ring.
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